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That demon

That demon that lies deep down inside That demon you don’t acknowledge because of foolish pride That demon has you thinking you’re altruistic, different from the rest but you’re really just another statistic That demon emerges when there are feelings … Continue reading

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Whose Independence Day

We shouldn’t have to qualify our existence to justify the resistance, To racism’s hateful, murderous ways that confront us daily with death, fear and rage We are beyond sick and tired of living in a country where our culture, talents … Continue reading

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50 Days until 50: Day 7

June 22, 2020 42 At age 42, I got a dog, Chanel, I went vegan for good, and started to come out of my shell. I was pursuing my Master’s and met some amazing people who are still my close … Continue reading

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50 Days until 50: Day 13

June 16, 2020 Life is a gift Everyday should be like Christmas not just December 25thThough we choose to sit and watch it go by aimlessly Living vicariously through reality TV taking for granted how precious each breath we take … Continue reading

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50 Days until 50: Day 16

June 13, 2020 Who am I? Who am I? I still don’t know Who am I? Someone willing to learn and grow Who am I? Taking this life journey slow Who am I? I just don’t know

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50 Days until 50: Day 18

June 11, 2020 Breathe deep The smell of rain on wet concrete Feet grounded in reality thoughts of goals yet to achieve  Breathe deep feel the wind’s caress, the goose bumps form  Breathe deep notice the presence of being, being aware, … Continue reading

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50 Days until 50: Day 23

June 6, 2020 It’s time to talk Remove the phrase I don’t see colorSo we can truly see each other And focus on what lies within and not be distracted by melanin Our hearts beatOur blood flowsWe celebrate highsAnd experience … Continue reading

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50 Days until 50: Day 31

May 29, 2020 Heavy Today is not a good day, The weight of sadness and despair is eating my soul away, Hope is thin, rage building within, No sleep , no peace, The uneasiness does not cease, My fears for … Continue reading

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50 Days until 50: Day 33

May 27, 2020 Blackout The setting was a Wednesday night I’m on a date with Mr. Right Too much to drink I’m an awful sight I had a blackout and came to filled with fright What did I do, what … Continue reading

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